Subcontracts Manager

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off (PTO)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors is seeking a Subcontracts Manager in Houston to oversee all phases of the subcontracts process, from planning through close-out. You will coordinate with project teams, legal, HSE and QA/QC to secure favorable award terms and maintain compliance.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in engineering/construction subcontracting (oil & gas) and up to 30% travel. Strong communication and risk management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, or Business is required.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in engineering, construction or subcontracting (oil & gas).
• Willingness to travel up to 30% for site visits and project coordination.
• Proficiency in contract and procurement law, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of subcontract development from plan to close-out.
• Lead bid qualification, negotiations and subcontract formation.
• Coordinate with project teams, legal, HSE and QA/QC for award packages.
• Prepare SBAR and ensure proper insurance, NDAs and close-out documentation.
• Maintain communication logs, track schedule and budget, and manage change orders.

Skills

Strong written and verbal

Willingness to travel

Contract management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Law, or Business

Master’s in Supply Chain or Business (preferred)

Tools

Google Workspace

Avetta

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

The Subcontracts Manager will manage all phases of the project subcontracts development process, including preparation of subcontracts plan, bidders pre-qualification, subcontracts formation, risk assessment, execution, change management, reporting and formal close-out. This role will also focus on establishing good contractual relationships with subcontractors, facilitating a safe closure of the subcontracts and avoiding any litigation/claims, while preserving site interests and priorities. Reporting to the Director of Contracts at the Houston office.

Primary Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To

• Work to develop and form subcontracts.
• Managing all phases of engineering and construction subcontracts, including pre-qualification, formation, execution and close-out.
• Creating and maintaining project subcontract plans.
• Sourcing potential subcontractors and performing bidder’s qualification, using site’s approved systems such as Avetta and in collaboration with HSE and QA/QC teams.
• Ensuring proper technical inputs needed for the award of subcontracts are timely received from proposals and project technical teams, avoiding to the extent possible any post-award changes.
• Creating and issuing RFQs, adding value to the scope of work, technical documents, and project schedule.
• Soliciting and ensuring proper review of RFQ package documents for completeness prior to issue.
• Receiving and analyzing proposals, negotiating the terms of the subcontracts with the support of the project and legal teams.
• Taking the lead on all bid clarifications and negotiations, following site guidelines and procedures.
• Obtaining NDAs and MHH agreements from bidders/subcontractors, as required.
• Conducting subcontracts pre-award and project kick-off meetings.
• Preparing, with the collaboration of the project team, the Subcontract Bid Assessment & Recommendation for award (SBAR) to be reviewed and approved by management.
• Subcontract execution/formalization, following site DOE, Guidelines and Procedures.
• Ensuring all required subcontractor insurance is in place prior to the performance of any work.
• Handling all formal communications with subcontractors and maintaining detailed communication logs.
• Attending Site meetings, as required.
• Working closely with the project team to maintain the project schedule and budget.
• Reviewing subcontractors reports and issuing weekly/monthly reports to the project team.
• Overall Change Order management.
• Performing subcontracts risk assessment.
• Monitoring and reviewing invoices from subcontractors.
• Obtaining Lien releases and completion certificates from subcontractors.
• Contributing to a positive work environment that fosters the success of a high performing Project Subcontracts team.
• Collaborate with the Project Managers and Director of Contracts to avoid and handle subcontractors claims.
• Providing support to the legal team in case of any litigation/claim from subcontractors.
• Preparing the subcontractor close out evaluation form.

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Law, Business or related field is required. Master Degree in Supply Chain or Business preferred.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional experience in engineering, construction, subcontracting activities for the oil and gas industry.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Willingness to travel and perform Site visits (up to 30%).
• Demonstrates strong computer skills and knowledge of core business software, including Google Workspace.
• Demonstrates skills in administration and time management.
• Demonstrates knowledge of report writing, presentation and plan development.
• Demonstrates proficiency in subcontract / procurement law.
• Demonstrates proficiency in construction terms and conditions
• Demonstrates proficiency in risk management.
• Demonstrates proficiency in total cost of ownership.
• Demonstrates proficiency in liquidated damages and bonds.
• Demonstrates proficiency in indemnification and warranties.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performance management.
• Demonstrates proficiency of sourcing strategy.
• Demonstrates proficiency of EPC Scopes of Work.
• Demonstrates proficiency of project execution.
• Demonstrates knowledge of financial analysis.
• Demonstrates knowledge of materials management.
• Demonstrates knowledge of logistics and transportation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of market intelligence.
• Demonstrates awareness of accounts payable.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry in excess of 25 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.